QUESTIONS ON SUPREME COURT AND OTHER COMMISSIONS

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Question 1 of 10

1. Question

The Indian Constitution has ensured the independence of the judiciary through a number of measures. Which of the following measures are found in the Indian Constitution?
1. The Parliament is not involved in the process of appointment of judges
2. The judges hold office during the pleasure of the President
3. The judiciary is financially dependent on the legislature
4. The judiciary has the power to penalise those who are found guilty of contempt of court.
Select the correct code

a) 1, 3 and 4

b) 2 and 3 Only

c) 1 and 4 Only

d) 4 Only

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Question 2 of 10

2. Question

The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its

a) original jurisdiction

b) appellate jurisdiction

c) advisory jurisdiction

d) writ jurisdiction

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Question 3 of 10

3. Question

Consider the following statement with regard to Indian Judiciary
1. The term judicial review is not mentioned in the Constitution
2. The Supreme Court is not bound by its own decisions and can review it anytime
3. Both Supreme Court and High Courts have the power to issue writs
Which of the above statement[s] is correct?

a) 1 and 2 Only

b) 2 and 3 Only

c) 1 and 3 Only

d) 1, 2 and 3

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Question 4 of 10

4. Question

Supreme Court in the past has given several verdicts, rulings related to the aid and advice given by Council of Ministers to the Governor. Consider the following statements.
1) A council of ministers must always exist to advise the governor, even after thedissolution of the state legislative assembly or resignation of a council of ministers.
2) Except in spheres where the governor is to act in his discretion, the governor has to act on the aid and advice of the council of ministers in the exercise of his powers and functions.
3) Wherever the Constitution requires the satisfaction of the governor, the satisfaction is not the personal satisfaction of the governor but it is the satisfaction of the council of ministers.
Choose the correct statement/s from the following codes.

1) 1, 2 only.

2) 2, 3 only.

3) 1, 3 only.

4) All the above.

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Question 5 of 10

5. Question

With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct?
1. It is a quasi-judicial body
2. It is constituted by the Parliament every fifth year
3. It ensures transparency in financial administration
4. Specific grants for the welfare of the scheduled tribes are based on the recommendation of the Finance Commission
Select the correct answer using the given codes below:

1. 1 only

2. 1 and 2

3. 1 and 4

4. 2 and 3

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Question 6 of 10

6. Question

In the Indian Constitution, Article 263 provides for Inter-State Council. Which of the statement[s] are correct with regard to Inter-State Council?
1. It was set up based on the recommendation on Sarkaria Commission
2. The President is authorized to set -up the council based on interest of the public
3. Prime Minister is the chairman of the council.
Select the correct answer using the given codes below:

1. 2 Only

2. 1 Only

3. 2 and 3

4. 1,2 and 3

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Question 7 of 10

7. Question

With regard to Judiciary in India, consider the following statements
1. Judiciary is not part of the State
2. Munsiff’s courts have both civil and criminal jurisdiction
3. The district judge exercises both judicial and administrative powers.
4. The pattern and designation of subordinate courts in the States are not uniform
Select the correct answer using the given codes below:

1. 3 and 4

2. 1 and 3

3. 2 and 3

4. 2, 3 and 4

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Question 8 of 10

8. Question

Regarding Advisory jurisdiction of the Supreme court, consider the following statements:
1. The advice given by the Supreme Court is binding on the President.
2. Advisory jurisdiction can be exercised over disputes arising out of references made over pre-constitutional treaties.
3. When the President seeks the opinion of the Supreme Court, it is bound to give advice to the President.
4. Advisory jurisdiction can be exercised over any law of public importance
Select the correct answer using the given codes below:

1) 1, 3 and 4

2) 1 and 2

3) 2 and 4

4) 1,2 and 3

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Question 9 of 10

9. Question

What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
2. The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.
3. While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.
4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India.
Select the correct answer using the given codes below:

1. 1 only

2. 1 and 4

3. 1, 2 and 3

4. 1,2,3 and 4

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Question 10 of 10

10. Question

In the Indian context, which among the following institutions can change the jurisdiction of a High Court?